Static vs. DHCP

Recently the DHCP server filled up with leases and stopped handing out new ones. (The server dynamically assigns computers on the network with an IP address. No address, no worky).

The good thing about DHCP is that it manages the assignment and ensures each computer gets a unique number. However, it's still a hassle to manage.

I moved a lot of the PCs to static numbers. This is also a hassle to manage since you have to keep a list of who has what number. Still, if there ever was to be a PC hacked or infected or just gone bad, it'll be much easier to locate that PC and fix it.

The laptops will stay on DHCP. Going off to Seattle and not having admin rights to change your static IP would be a bad thing.

Meanwhile, the core router at Criser had a coronary. Having complete Internet outage for 90 minutes really showed us how much we need Internet access, even for a puny little driver.